Order
a copy of the
June/July '07 issue online now!
$5.95 (single copy)
Plus S&H
Cover artist Jennifer Lawrence created this striking layout from a photo that was taken just minutes before she was about to walk down the aisle on her wedding day, thus "Becoming Mrs. Lawrence." To learn more about how Jennifer created this page, please see the Sample Instructions.
6
CHASE'S BABY BOOK
Inspired by the love she felt for her newborn grandson, the artist used paint, pens, pictures and a variety of techniques to create this incredible altered scrapbook that documents his first year of life. by Linda Harre
30
LET'S DO LUNCH! Altered Metal Lunch Tins
Transformed metal lunch tins! One becomes a beautiful yet practical planner; another place to hold collages of flowers and children. by Jana Holstein
14
FAMILY TREASURES: STORYBOOKS
Wonderful life stories by three artists that document a father's childhood tales, a grandmother's wherabouts and a tribute to the father of 11 children. by Jana Holstein
40
STORY OF A MISSION
This digital scrapbook is an inspiring tribute to the author's father, a World War II gunner who flew 50 missions over Germany. by Patricai DiBona
20
WHO AM I?
Her first attempt at creating an altered book produced this magnificent and meaningful work of art that defines the author in new ways. by Sue Kalicki
44
VINTAGE CARDS FROM FOUND OBJECTS
Bits of vintage oilcloth, old photos, wallpaper, stamps, buttons, beads and watch parts are combined i these beautiful handmade cards. by Louise Chisholm
25
ARTIST Q & A: Cindy Tobey
Read about the ever changing scrapbook styles of Cindy Tobey, First kisses, Grandma's crayons, the art of organizing, and raw emotions revealed! by Jana Holstein
48
HONORING HOME AND FAMILY
A mixed-media wall hanging that pays homage to Mother and a shadow box that honors Dad remind us of the importance of home and family. by Lisa Cook
50
THE VIRTUAL GALLERY: Digital Scrapbook Pages
82
DETAILS: Creative Touches and Techniques
56
THE FAMILY ALBUM: Artwork from Our Readers
84
SCRAPBOOKING: Money-Saving Tips & Techniques
67
PAGES: From Our Readers' Personal Collections
88
DIGITAL WORKSHOP: How to Create with Technology
Your Digital Canvas by Michelle Shefveland
80
ANATOMY OF PAGE: How to Build a Layout
Spying on Brother by Julie Fei-Fan Balzer
112
REMEMBRANCES: A Reader's Tribute
Strawberries for Keesje by Tracie Lyn Huskamp
83
TIMELY EVENTS: Workshops, Tours & Conventions
108
SUBMISSION GUIDELINES: How to Share Your Heritage/Memory Art
86
MEMORABLE TITLES: Book Reviews
109
RESOURCE GUIDE
96
TOOLS FOR CREATIVITY: New Product Reviews
109
LOOKING AHEAD: What's in the Next Somersest Memories
Here
are just a few highlights from our June/July 2007 issue!
Chase’s Baby Book Inspired by the love she felt for her newborn grandson, Linda Harre used paint, pens, pictures and a variety of techniques to create this incredible altered scrapbook that documents her grandson’s first year of life.
Honoring Home and Family Artist Lisa Cook honors home and family with a mixed-media wall hanging that pays homage to Mother and a shadowbox that honors Dad to remind us of the importance of home and family.
Anatomy of a Page A new department makes its debut — Anatomy of a Page, where we showcase step-by-step how to build a brilliantly executed layout. Julie Fei-Fan Balzer of New York, New York shows us the ropes with her page, “Spying on my Brother.”
Digital Workshop Michelle Shefveland teaches how to create with technology in her Digital Workshop column “Your Digital Canvas.” Anyone can edit photographs and make nice prints, but Michelle explains how using available technology you can turn them into stunning works of art to hang on your wall.
